insolence

Synonyms

arrogance assumption impudence

Antonyms

deference consideration politeness modesty bashfulness

In"so*lence, n. Etym: [F. insolence, L. insolentia. See Insolent.] 1. The quality of being unusual or novel. [Obs.] Spenser. 2. The quality of being insolent; pride or haughtiness manifested in contemptuous and overbearing treatment of others; arrogant contempt; brutal imprudence. Flown with insolence and wine. Milton. 3. Insolent conduct or treatment; insult. Loaded with fetters and insolences from the soldiers. Fuller. In"so*lence, v. t. Defn: To insult. [Obs.] Eikon Basilike.

insolence - Similar Words

insolency indolence insomnolence insolvency violence insolent insconce intolerance insole vinolency